Customize your ride with the rugged zumo 550. Designed by bikers, zumo?s motorcycle-friendly features make it easy to operate while in the saddle. From back roads to rallies, its preloaded maps and high-end navigation features give you the freedom to go where you want.

Glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls makes it easy to operate
Bright, sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display makes it easy to view your screen
Motorcycle console provides trip information, including fuel gauge, to warn you when its time to fill up
Vibration-tested, waterproof and built with fuel-resistant plastics to withstand the elements
Includes motorcycle mount with universal mounting hardware so you can mount it anywhere

Garmin has announced a GPS navigation system made specifically for motorcycles that has pre-loaded maps of North America, text-to-speech, Bluetooth, an internal rechargeable battery, an mp3 player, security mode, both motocycle and automotive mounts, and the same great autorouting and six million Points-of-Interest database that Garmin is known for - the Garmin z?mo 550. Plus, you can add GTM traffic service, XM Satellite radio and traffic service, TravelGuide and SaversGuide data. You can even add topographical maps, so that your GPS can find its way both on and off-road.

Customize your ride with the Garmin zumo 550. Born to run, built to last, this rugged GPS navigator is always ready to ride. Designed by bikers, zumo's motorcycle-friendly features make it easy to operate while in the saddle. From back roads to rallies, its preloaded maps and high-end navigation features give you the freedom to go where you want. Check out Garmin's zumo mini-site to see it action!

Zumo boasts a 3.5-inch (diagonal) high-bright, sunlight readable touchscreen display, encased in a waterproof (IEC 529 IPX-7 standards) housing made of plastics that resist damage from fuel splashes and UV light. In addition to the touchscreen, zumo has four dedicated left-handed buttons for quick input. Zumo is equipped with a high-sensitivity GPS receiver, which acquires and maintains a GPS signal even in heavy foliage or "urban canyons" created by city skyscrapers. The navigator also features solid state memory, which mitigates the effects of vibration, shock, cold, heat - and displays and redraws maps faster. Zumo at Tiger GPS is secured to the motorcycle with a locking mount that has waterproof power and data cable connections and is able to withstand the severe vibration environment commonly experienced in motorcycle riding. A rechargeable user-removable lithium-ion battery (three hour typical use) is integrated into zumo for trip planning or use on foot.

Bluetooth capability makes it possible for riders to retrieve and dial numbers using a supported phone's contact list or from the phone's call history log. A user can also make calls from zumo's huge points of interest database that includes hotels, restaurants, stores, and much more. In addition, the Bluetooth connectivity also gives motorcyclists the ability to receive and place phone calls as well as receive turn-by-turn voice prompts wirelessly to Bluetooth enabled headsets ( click here ) or helmets. More than 200 Bluetooth phones are supported ( click here for a list).

Zumo features a 10,000 point tracklog, allowing users to record even the longest of rides - and the included MapSource DVD (same as the one included with the StreetPilot 2820 ) even lets motorcyclists relive a memorable tour on their home computer through the 3-D Google Earth interface. Riders can also plan upcoming trips on their computer, and swap routes and waypoints with other zumo owners via the unit's SD card slot.

Users can also access zumo's trip computer page for trip information like speed, heading, and a customizable fuel gauge that allows users to define their motorcycle's maximum fuel range. When zumo calculates that the motorcycle is low on fuel, it automatically reminds the rider and suggests a route to a nearby gas station. Zumo even has a compass page and accepts electronic topo maps - making it the ultimate off-road navigator. For those long trips, riders can stay entertained with zumo's built-in MP3 player.

Riders can personalize zumo to match their particular bike's color scheme and attitude with custom caps. Silver and black caps come standard with the unit, and others are available on the Garmin website. Owners can also customize zumo's opening splashscreen to depict a one-of-a-kind photo with the help of the unit's jpeg picture viewer. And because even the most dedicated rider sometimes travels by car, zumo comes with an automotive mount and speaker - making the unit ideal for virtually any type of road trip. Zumo is also equipped with Garmin Lock, an anti-theft system that disables the unit until the owner types in a specific 4-digit PIN or takes the unit to a predetermined secure location.

Operate Easily on Two Wheels

Durable and intuitive, zumo is built specifically for motorcycles:

Glove-friendly touch screen with left-handed controls makes it easy to operate
High bright sunlight-readable, UV-resistant display makes it easy to view your screen
Motorcycle console for trip information, including fuel gauge to warn you when its time to fill up
Motorcycle mount with universal mounting hardware so you can mount it anywhere
Included motorcycle mount and automotive mount (with integrated speaker) for riding or driving
Custom caps, available in a variety of colors, to reflect your style
Vibration-tested, waterproof and built with fuel-resistant plastics to withstand the elements

Navigate the Open Road

zumo 550 comes ready to go right out of the box with preloaded City Navigator NT street maps and a hefty points of interest (POIs) database, including motels, restaurants, fuel, ATMs and more. Simply enter a destination, and zumo takes you there with turn-by-turn voice directions that speak street names. In addition, zumo accepts customized points of interest such as school zones and safety cameras and includes proximity alerts to warn of upcoming POIs. It is also compatible with Garmin's Tour Guide - a free utility that allows you to build and upload a database of POIs that are encoded with photos and MP3 files.

A rechargeable, removable lithium-ion battery (three hour typical use) is integrated into zumo for trip planning or use on foot. In addition, zumo even accepts electronic maps - making it the ultimate off-road navigator.

Add Optional Traffic, Weather, and Radio

With optional XM subscriptions and an XM antenna, you can check the weather, move ahead of traffic and listen to the radio when you travel with zumo. As an alternative, zumo can receive optional TMC traffic alerts (in select cities) when used with a compatible traffic receiver. Simply press a button on the screen, and zumo recalculates your route to avoid traffic tie-ups.

Make Hands-Free Calls and Receive Wireless Voice Prompts

With zumo's Bluetooth wireless technology, you can talk on the phone safely without removing your gloves or helmet. Connect zumo to your Bluetooth-enabled headset/helmet and cell phone to make and receive hands-free calls. You can even make phone calls to POIs through zumo's Bluetooth interface. In addition, zumo transmits navigation voice prompts to your headset so you can listen wirelessly.

Plan Your Adventures and Share Your Rides

zumo 550 makes it easy to plan your next trip and share routes with your riding buddies. Plan trips on your computer before you start. Search for food and fuel stops and local attractions. Then, transfer your route to zumo and go.

At the end of the day, share your favorite places and rides with other zumo riders, and review your travels in Google Earth. SD card expansion makes it easy for storage and route sharing. Download routes to share with your riding buddies - even load mp3 files to your unit to enjoy tunes on the road. In addition, JPEG Picture Viewer lets you share photos of your adventures with friends and family
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